As reported by AP, North Korean sources characterized this development as a "significant achievement" that could enhance the country's military capabilities. KCNA claims that the maximum thrust of the new engine reaches 2,500 kilonewtons, while during similar tests in September 2025, a figure of around 1,970 kilonewtons was recorded.
Experts interviewed on this matter suggest that Pyongyang may be exaggerating the actual capabilities of the new engine. Nevertheless, specialists note that solid-fuel missiles are easier to transport and conceal before launch compared to their liquid-fuel counterparts.
In previous statements, Kim Jong Un again sharply criticized the U.S. and reaffirmed the intention to continue strengthening North Korea's military capabilities.
